Fly Parasites are now available

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We at Goodbugs provide natural biological solutions to insect pest problems with the key objective of reducing the use of chemical pesticides. In the past, poisonous chemicals have increased crop yields but at an environmental cost that only now is being understood. It is our mission to promote a "green solution" for insect pest control. Biological control does require an understanding that there is a natural balance between good bugs (predators and parasites) and bad pest bugs. Biological control is not eradication but instead it is a reduction process in the pest populations to a level that provides the same benefits attained by using chemical pesticides. Whether a back yard gardener, organic farmer, commercial grower, or livestock farmer, there are safe solutions to address your pest problems. We have been supplying fly parasites to poultry barns, swine operations and horse stables for the past decade. Please visit our expanded informational pages on how fly parasites (link) work and what is the best control for your fly problems. The environmental movement towards reduced pesticide use is gaining momentum, however without proper understanding and use of biological pest controls, many people can get discouraged.

Here are a few simple guidelines to help you successfully and easily reduce the use of pesticides: Monitor your plants and animals. Check your garden or crops regularly to know when pests are present and at what infestation levels. Identify the pests. This is important, as you first must know the problem before you can apply a solution. Also, if you don't know the difference between the good and bad bugs, you may end up destroying the good bugs. Apply beneficial insects in concentrations great enough to control the pest problem. The application rate depends on the severity of the pest problem. It is much easier to control a pest problem if it is identified when the population is low and a sufficient number of beneficials are applied. It is harder and requires higher concentrations of beneficial insects to control a well-established pest problem. Maintain a suitable environment for predators and beneficial parasites. With a minimum of effort, good bugs can be attracted to your crop. One of the easiest methods encouraging naturally occurring beneficial insects is companion planting. Certain types of plants provide shelter and breeding grounds for beneficial insects, thus increasing the naturally occurring populations.

... Are Nature's Way to Control Soil pests Flies Spidermites Thrips Aphids Fungus Gnats Caterpillars Whitefly Mealybug Mosquitoes

Goodbugs is dedicated to encouraging individuals that there is a viable alternative to chemical pesticides. We are all members of an interdependent web of life and even the reduction of chemical use by individuals can result in a significant global impact.